Passionate and energetic educator with a diverse range of teaching skills that consistently yield positive results. Dedicated and adaptable in meeting unique needs of each student, ensuring they feel supported and safe in their educational journey.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Hockey Coach
St. Olaf College
09.2023 - Current
Appointed to Director for full cycle Student Athlete recruitment and retention in adherence with NCAA and State/Federal standards and policies while implementing interactive strategies that strengthen the ability to attract, assess, select, retain, and equitably provide a talented student-athlete experience.
Conduct complex 1:1 athlete testing and training in collaboration with the Athletic Training and Strength/Conditioning departments to ensure elite athletic performance.
Consult with campus leadership on continuous improvements in the Athletics department's recruitment processes, tools, resources, and best practices in conjunction with Human Resources and Student Advisory.
Staff Sponsor for various diverse student organizations to include organization meeting attendance, funding research and application, advocation to campus leadership, and complex cultural competency training facilitation.
Cultural Liaison
Ramsey County Parks and Rec Human Resources
09.2022 - 09.2023
Consultant to the Ramsey County HR department on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging initiatives to advance equitable recruitment and hiring practices in alignment with the recently updated Affirmative Action plan and identified positions with low representation data.
Developed communication and advertising campaigns for difficult-to-fill positions and community sourced to attract top, diverse talent and opportunities.
Created and drove talent acquisition strategies to attract diverse candidates utilizing department analytics and community representation.
Increased diversity representation by 21% across the Parks and Rec Department.
Trained staff on culturally appropriate language, sourcing, and screening of candidates for entry, intermediate, and director level roles while partnering with hiring managers to coordinate interview panel representation, equitable offers, and onboarding.
3rd Grade Teacher/Environmental Educator
St. Paul School of Northern Lights
11.2019 - 08.2022
Mentored in Reggio-Emilia, Place Based learning, trauma informed practices, restorative justice, project-based learning and documentation.
Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
3rd Grade Teacher
West Side Summit Charter School
01.2018 - 06.2019
Planned lessons and implemented data driven practices.
Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Education
M.A - Individualized Studies
Metropolitan State University
12-2027
B.A - Education
Metropolitan State University
01.2017
Community Service
Great Dane Rescue of MN and WI, Board Member, 01/01/19, Current
BIPOC Student Athlete Coalition - MN Hockey, Late Chance Hockey Coach and Representative, 08/01/22, Current